Not all collisions are treated alike. The legal path for a car accident claim can be vastly different from a truck accident claim. Learning these differences can determine how much compensation you ultimately recover. Liability in a car accident In a typical car...
Jackson, Tennessee, Personal Injury & Workers’ Compensation Law Blog
Was the other driver on their phone? Proving distracted driving
A moment of distraction is all it takes to cause a serious car accident. If you suspect the other driver was using their phone, proving it may require more than your own observations. Understanding the available evidence can help explain how distracted driving is...
Financial challenges families face after a fatal accident
The sudden loss of a loved one is devastating to their family members. And in the midst of their grieving, many families find themselves experiencing a financial crisis. There isn’t enough money in the world that can replace the loss of a family member. However, if a...
What elements must be proven in a wrongful death claim?
Losing a loved one because of another person's actions is devastating. Along with the emotional impact, surviving family members may also face financial hardship and uncertainty about what comes next. If you are considering Tennessee wrongful death claims, it helps to...
Coping with the psychological damage from burns
When collisions occur, one of the more devastating injuries that can result is burns. In the aftermath of a serious accident that leaves victims with burns, the psychological damage can be ongoing and lifelong. In fact, long after the physical injuries are treated and...
3 hidden vehicle hazards on rural western Tennessee roads
Driving on the rural roads around Jackson presents sudden safety challenges that can change your life in one second. Medical bills pile up fast while you miss time at work, creating a severe financial crisis for your family. Insurance adjusters understand this stress...
Plaintiffs often settle too soon in Tennessee injury cases
After a serious accident, it’s natural to want closure. Medical bills pile up, work becomes difficult and insurance adjusters apply pressure to plaintiffs to “wrap things up quickly.” But in Tennessee, settling a personal injury claim too early can cost injured people...
The role of alcohol in wrong-way accidents
Wrong-way accidents have become more common in recent years. Studies have found that the main reason for these crashes is alcohol use. The majority of wrong-way accidents are caused by an impaired driver. This does help explain how these accidents happen, especially...
Can a passenger file an injury claim after an accident?
A car crash does not just affect the drivers. The damage also extends to others. If you were riding as a passenger, you may be wondering what your options are for recovery. Do at-fault drivers cover passenger injuries? Under Tennessee's modified comparative fault...
Black box data can improve a car accident claim
Most new vehicles record critical crash information that can help explain how a collision occurred. This event data recorder (EDR) or “black box” information can support an injured person’s account when fault is disputed. For those dealing with car accident injuries,...
















